Special study course II(Physical Science) Q9
| Numbering Code | U-SCI00 45218 GJ57 | Year/Term | 2022 ・ Intensive, year-round | |
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| Number of Credits | 12 | Course Type | graduation research | |
| Target Year | 4th year students or above | Target Student | ||
| Language | Japanese | Day/Period | Intensive | |
| Instructor name |
SASA SHINICHI (Graduate School of Science Professor) TOU SADAYOSHI (Graduate School of Science Associate Professor) TAKESUE SHINJI (Graduate School of Science Associate Professor) ARAKI TAKEAKI (Graduate School of Science Associate Professor) KITAMURA HIKARU (Graduate School of Science Assistant Professor) MATSUMOTO TAKESHI (Graduate School of Science Assistant Professor) |
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| Outline and Purpose of the Course |
Efforts to understand natural phenomena at various levels, from the macroscopic to the microscopic, through dynamic models have become increasingly important in recent years. This extends from macroscopic systems, such as fluids and soft materials, to quantum information and other areas of quantum theory. This research seminar aims to deepen the participants’ understanding of modern concepts related to these areas through concrete examples. |
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| Course Goals | In a self-contained manner, we will study nonlinear and nonequilibrium phenomena, which are not dealt with in general physics courses. In the first half, students will actively comment on lecturer presentations. Doing so, they will learn how to read and deeply understand scientific literature. In the latter half of the course, students will experience tackling previously unknown topics by applying a trial and error approach to concrete problems. | |||
| Schedule and Contents |
The effort to understand natural phenomena at various levels, from the macroscopic to the microscopic, through dynamic models has become increasingly important in recent years. This extends from macroscopic systems, such as fluids and soft materials, to quantum information and other areas of quantum theory. The nonlinearity of the evolution equations plays an essential role in this task study. The central theme is to understand the nonequilibrium and nonlinear dynamics of complex matter. We will study various phenomena such as waves, bifurcations, chaos, turbulence, and phase transitions using statistical mechanics, mathematical physics, and computer simulations. Students will deepen their understanding of contemporary problems related to complex systems, such as soft matter, nonequilibrium fluctuations, and quantum information. First half: Class 1: Guidance, selection of themes and textbooks; participants will also select textbooks. Classes 2-14: Round-table discussion of textbook material. Class 15: Summarize the previous class sessions. Second half: Class 1: Guidance. Classes 2-14: Under the guidance of each instructor, get hands-on experience with statistical mechanics, mathematical physics, computer simulations, etc. Summarize the results obtained. Class 15: Present the obtained results. |
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| Course Requirements | Learn statistical mechanics and thermodynamics. | |||
| Study outside of Class (preparation and review) |
In the round-table discussions during the first half of the course, it is vital for all participants - not just the person in charge - to read the textbook carefully, understand it and be able to explain it in their own words. The person in charge should ensure that their presentation goes smoothly by making concise notes on the content of their presentation. In the research work during the second half of the course, students will need to work hard on their own before talking to their assigned instructor. They should digest what they have learned during the discussion with the instructor and be able to give feedback on what they think they should do next. |
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| Textbooks | Textbooks/References | The instructor in charge will propose the textbooks to be used for round-table discussions. These textbooks will be specified in class. | ||
| References, etc. | Introduced in class | |||
